B+ Top 35%

R. Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center

Grades PK-K ROCKLAND, MA

Moved up 26 places from 2023 to 2024

#296 State Rank
C District Grade
733 Summer Street, ROCKLAND, MA 02370
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2024 Data updated December 2025
239 Students
94% Attendance Rate
61 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2023 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

41.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

6% exceeding expectations

2022 42% 42%
2023 41.5% 41.5%

Mathematics

55% Meeting or exceeding expectations

10% exceeding expectations

2022 53.5% 53.5%
2023 55% 55%
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Available grade results for the latest 2 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2023English Language Arts03 43%6%
2023English Language Arts04 40%—
2023Mathematics03 56%10%
2023Mathematics04 54%10%
2022English Language Arts03 40%6%
2022English Language Arts04 44%—
2022Mathematics03 57%6%
2022Mathematics04 50%3%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

239 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 64.4%
Hispanic 22.6%
Multiracial 5%
Black 4.2%
Asian 3.8%

Gender

53.6% Male
46.4% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 12.6%
Special Education 22.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch 43.1%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

94% Attendance Rate
15.7% Chronic Absence

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Location

733 Summer Street, ROCKLAND, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is R. Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center's grade rating?

R. Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center has earned a grade of B+, ranked #296 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 35% of Massachusetts Elementary schools. This rating is based on 2024 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend R. Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center?

Approximately 239 students are enrolled at R. Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center.

How does R. Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, R. Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (42% proficient), Mathematics (55% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at R. Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center?

R. Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center has an attendance rate of 94%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is R. Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center part of?

R. Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center is part of Rockland School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.